SPP AWARDS OF DISTINCTION

Carolyn S. Schroeder Award for Outstanding Clinical Practice

The Carolyn S. Schroeder Award for Outstanding Clinical Practice was given to Rachael Coakley, Ph.D., ABPP. This award recognizes excellence, innovation and leadership in the clinical practice of pediatric psychology.

 

 

 

 

 

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Dennis Drotar Distinguished Research Award

The Dennis Drotar Distinguished Research Award was given to Keith Owen Yeates, Ph.D. This award recognizes excellence and significant contributions in establishing the scientific base of pediatric psychology.

 

 

 

 

 

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Donald K. Routh Early-Career Award

The Routh Early-Career Award was given to Marisa E. Hilliard, Ph.D. This award recognizes significant contributions to the field of pediatric psychology in research, clinical training, and/or service during the early career.

 

 

 

 

 

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Michael C. Roberts Award for Outstanding Mentorship

The Michael C. Roberts Award for Outstanding Mentorship was given to W. Hobart Davies, Ph.D. This award honors a pediatric psychology faculty member who mentors students in an exemplary way, providing professional advice and guidance through various phases of training including early-career development.

 

 

 

 

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Wright Ross Salk Award for Distinguished Service

The Wright Ross Salk Award for Distinguished Service was given to Lisa J. Meltzer, Ph.D. In recognition of the early founders of pediatric psychology, this award honors outstanding service contributions to the Society of Pediatric Psychology or to the field of pediatric psychology generally

 

 

 

 

 

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SPP Award for Distinguished Contributions to Diversity

The SPP Award for Outstanding Contributions to Diversity in Pediatric Psychology was given to  Jessica M. Valenzuela, Ph.D. This award honors a pediatric psychologist who professionally promotes understanding and respect for diversity in research, policy or practice within the field of pediatric psychology.